Business Details
27 Years
experience
Expert Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy in Cranford, NJ
For over 25 years, I have dedicated my practice to helping individuals, couples, and families overcome emotional challenges and build fulfilling relationships. My approach combines professional expertise with personal experience, emphasizing self-awareness, communication, and emotional healing. As a Certified Inner Bonding Facilitator and Imago Relationship Therapist, I guide clients in developing self-worth, setting boundaries, and resolving conflicts through evidence-based techniques.My practice, rooted in a Master of Social Work from New York University, serves clients in Cranford, New Jersey, and virtually across state lines. I specialize in transforming relationship dynamics by fostering empathy, understanding, and personal responsibility, ensuring clients receive tailored support that aligns with their unique needs.
Services
Marriage Counseling
Couples Therapy
Individual Therapy
Inner Bonding
Imago Relationship Therapy
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of experience in relationship and individual therapy
- Certified in Inner Bonding and Imago Relationship Therapy
- Personalized approach combining professional and lived experience
- Offers in-person and virtual sessions for New Jersey residents
- Focus on practical skills for communication and emotional healing
Associations and certifications
- Inner Bonding Facilitator Certification
- Imago Relationship Therapy Certification
Services
Marriage Counseling
Helping couples rebuild trust and improve communication through personalized sessions. Focus on resolving conflicts, enhancing intimacy, and developing shared goals. Techniques include the Couples Conversation and Imago Dialogue to foster empathy and teamwork.
Individual Therapy
Guiding individuals in self-discovery and emotional healing using Inner Bonding techniques. Addresses anxiety, depression, and self-worth issues while teaching boundary-setting and self-care practices for lasting personal development.
Inner Bonding
Six-step process teaching self-responsibility and compassionate decision-making. Helps clients manage difficult emotions, break destructive patterns, and cultivate inner strength through weekly practice and guided sessions.
Imago Relationship Therapy
Structured communication method for resolving power struggles and childhood wound triggers. Builds emotional safety and understanding through mirroring, validation, and empathetic listening techniques for couples and singles.
Couples Counseling for One
Support for individuals improving relationships independently. Focuses on self-improvement, boundary-setting, and behavioral changes to positively influence relationship dynamics without partner participation.
People
Michael Barmak
Therapist & Founder
Certified Inner Bonding Facilitator and Imago Therapist with 25+ years experience. Holds MSW from NYU and specializes in relationship healing through evidence-based communication techniques and self-awareness practices.
Questions
What types of therapy do you offer?
I offer marriage counseling, couples therapy, individual therapy, Inner Bonding, and Imago Relationship Therapy for clients in Cranford, NJ, and virtually.
Can I attend counseling alone if my partner refuses?
Yes, I provide 'Couples Counseling for One' to help individuals improve relationships by developing self-awareness and boundary-setting skills.
Do you accept insurance?
I am an out-of-network provider. Check with your insurance company to confirm coverage for couples therapy and marriage counseling.
How long are therapy sessions?
Sessions typically last 50 minutes, with initial consultations including intake assessments and treatment planning.
Are virtual sessions available?
Yes, I offer secure online therapy for New Jersey residents and clients living outside the state.
What is the first session like?
The first session includes sharing appreciations, learning communication techniques, and creating a personalized treatment plan for couples or individual clients.
